Articles by Speritas Capital
6 Equity Sources that Meet the SBA’s Equity Injection Requirements for a Business Acquisition - updated for 2025
What is an Equity Injection and What Funding Sources Can You Use to Meet SBA Requirements for a Business Acquisition?
Loan Covenants Explained: How to Review & Negotiate Covenants to Avoid Covenant Breaches
You need funding that helps, not hurts, your business. Here’s how to review and negotiate your loan covenants before you sign.
Franchise Financing: Three Creative Ways to Finance a New Franchise
Look beyond traditional loans when buying a franchise. Here are three creative approaches to financing your new franchise.
Creative Financing Options for Craft Breweries & Microbreweries
Demand is huge, but market saturation and under-capitalization have led to some recent high profile closures in the craft brewing industry. Here’s how to finance strategically.
Bronx, NY Real Estate Financing & Business Expansion
Looking to develop real estate or expand your business in the Bronx? Speritas Capital can help you fund your next project or acquisition.
SBA 7(a) Loans: A White Paper Guide for Borrowers - Home
You asked, we answered! Here is our exhaustively researched White Paper on SBA 7a Loans, using primary government sources for accuracy. Seven pages in total.
SBA 7(a) Loans: Frequently Asked Questions - aka ‘FAQs’
Borrowers frequently ask the same questions about SBA 7a Loans. Here are the top 12 FAQs we field on 7a Loans at Speritas Capital Partners.
SBA 7(a) Loans: Allowed Uses of SBA Loan Proceeds
Speritas Capital White Paper: How can you legally use the proceeds of an SBA 7a Loan? This list has both allowed, and disallowed uses - taken directly from congressional reports.
SBA 7(a) Loans: SBA Credit Critera
Speritas Capital SBA White Paper: What are the SBA’s credit criteria for an SBA 7a loan? Why do I need to meet both the SBA & the Lender’s credit criteria?
SBA 7(a) Loans: Ineligible Businesses
Speritas Capital White Paper: What types of business are ineligible for an SBA 7a Loan? What business uses are prohibited? Read about 25+ ineligible business situations.
SBA 7(a) Loans: Eligibility Requirements
What types of business are eligible for an an SBA 7a Loan? Are you eligible? This concise summary about SBA eligibility is taken directly from SBA operating documents.
SBA 7(a) Loans: The SBA Guaranty Fee Explained
The SBA 7a Guaranty fee will be the highest closing cost on your SBA loan. Learn how it’s calculated & exceptions for veterans & HUBzones.
Hartford CT Accounts Receivable Financing
Looking to fund expansion or improve cash flow for your Hartford, CT business? Consider Accounts Receivable financing to fuel your growth.
The Financing Benefits of Green Building
Green building is both good for the environment, and for increasing the financing options for your commercial real estate projects using PACE/C-PACE financing.
How to Craft a Perfect Loan Pitch in 13 Steps
For lender discussions we advise our clients to focus on the "3 P's" of the loan pitch process - Prepare, Package and Present.
Asset Based Lending for Beginners
If you’re growing fast and lack of cash is hurting your business, consider asset based lending. Here’s a beginner’s guide to the pros and cons of ABL.
Financing Strategies for Business Survival During COVID: PPP, Loan Forgiveness, Lender Discussions & Managing Cash
During a crisis like COVID 19 you should focus on 3 critical financing strategies to stay afloat: Cash flow Management | City, State & Federal Support | Lender Relationships.
How to Start a Craft Brewery or Microbrewery: 9 Things to Consider First
Are you REALLY ready to start a Craft Brewery? Consider these 9 critical steps, and avoid costly mistakes.
When Your Bank Says No - Five Benefits of Working with Nontraditional Nonbank Lenders vs. Bank Lenders
If you are a high growth business and were recently turned down for a loan by your bank, here’s why an alternative lender or nonbank lender would fund your growth.
5 Keys to Funding Your Technology Business Scale Up
So how does a technology business prepare for scale up financing? Here are 5 key strategies for strong and controlled growth.